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Episodes
Before Breakfast
In each bite-sized, daily episode of Before Breakfast, host Laura Vanderkam shares a time management strategy or an answer to a listener’s schedule question. How can listeners make the most of their time, both at work and at home? The mission is to give listeners practical tools to feel less busy and get more done.
Episodes
Become a confident conversationalist
Anyone can learn to make small talk with a little effort See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Second Cup: Enjoy your library
Use resources beyond checking out books See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Second Cup: What are you looking forward to?
Positive anticipation can change your outlook on life See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Choose a recipe of the year
Become known for a dish you bring to everything See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The case for a winter walk
Fresh air is still energizing, even if the weather isn't great See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Being patient until the right idea comes, with Mary Laura Philpott
Essayist Mary Laura Philpott talks about how to approach the creative process with curiosity, rather than a sense of hustle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Find your watercooler
Build in moments of casual connection, however you happen to work See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Carpooling isn't just for kids
Create time to connect without adding anything to your schedule See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Second Cup: Burst your bubble
Seek out people with different lives and experiences See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Second Cup: One task per weekend
How to make progress and not get overwhelmed See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Consider the arc of a month
Look forward a month to manage your calendar well See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Everybody likes to finish
Harness that sense of satisfaction to get big things done See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Breaking big goals into small steps, with Lisa Bilyeu
Entrepreneur and president of Impact Theory Lisa Bilyeu talks about how to develop the confidence to get big things done See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's time to plan a vacation
Now is a good time to think about this year's travel plans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Online doesn't mean forever
Make sure you have access to any information you'll need See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Second Cup: Life is just a memory
Plan to do more memorable things See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Second Cup: Do a gift debrief
Figure out what worked and what didn't See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Don't plan a work dinner on Valentine's Day
Be aware of what's going on in the world before you schedule something big See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The devil doesn't need another advocate
Criticism is almost never required, so make sure it's helpful if you give it See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Schedules, routines, and more with Dr. Gillian Goddard
Gillian Goddard, an endocrinologist and author of The Hot Flash newsletter, shares how to manage a busy life by looking at weeks instead of days See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Don't remember, plan
If something matters to you, get it on the schedule See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Try a weekday breakfast date
Think beyond weekend evenings to get more time with your significant other See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Second Cup: 9 habits, 9 weeks
Change your life in a few short months See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Second Cup: Use the tomorrow test
Don't commit your future self to things you wouldn't do soon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are you on a break or just off task?
If you're taking a break, make sure it's actually rejuvenating See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Enjoy your meeting rebates
Use found time for something fun or meaningful See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Managing it all, with Kathryn Sollmann
Kathryn Sollmann, author of The Four Jobs Club, shares tips from C-suite women on how to manage life See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Be proactive about your volunteer roles
Figure out how to give back in a way that's fun for you too See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.